MA Public Art and Performative Practices

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  • London
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MA Public Art and Performative Practices
London Metropolitan University

Course Overview

Intake

N/A

Duration

1 year

Course Description

The Public Art and Performative Practices MA is designed for artists, curators, and facilitators who wish to explore the evolving relationship between art and public engagement. This course prepares students to meet the growing demand for immersive, performative, and interactive work in the contemporary art sector. By blending theoretical inquiry with practical industry-focused projects, the programme encourages students to develop their own creative practice while gaining essential skills in fundraising, commissioning, and project management. Students benefit from the institution's strong connections with national and international art organisations, including Tate Modern and the City of London Corporation. Based in the heart of London, the course offers a vibrant environment for interdisciplinary experimentation. Whether you are a visual artist, performer, or digital creator, this MA provides the rigour and professional insight needed to thrive in the public art world. The programme is supported by expert tutors who are active industry professionals, ensuring that your learning remains relevant to current global art trends and institutional practices.

Tuition Fee Details

The tuition fee for UK home students is £11,000 per year. The university reserves the right to increase the tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. More information on the latest fee can be found on the institution website.

Entry Requirements

English Language Requirements

Other

Standard English language requirements apply.

Portfolio Requirements

Portfolio

You will be expected to provide a portfolio of work and a statement demonstrating your ambition for the subject area and for studying at postgraduate level. Related employment or consultancy within the field can also be considered alongside the portfolio and statement.

For more information about the General Entry Requirements please visit the institution page

Course Structure

Professional Focus 1: Public Art, Funding and Commissioning

20 Credits

Professional Focus 2: Project Managing Public Art

20 Credits

Public Art Project

60 Credits

Public Art: Creating and Curating

40 Credits

Public Art: Research for Practice

40 Credits

Frequently Asked Questions

Graduates can pursue careers as professional artists, performance practitioners, project managers, curators, or facilitators in the public art sector.

Course information on this page was last updated from the London Metropolitan University website available at https://www.londonmet.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/public-art-and-performative-practices---ma/ on 12 July 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with London Metropolitan University; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.